This little Caribbean travel blog is over three and half years old now. In that time I've received countless emails from readers that share the same passion. Many of them have questions about the island, rum and why I point in all my photos. After awhile you begin to see trends and what people really want to know. I would say the most common question I get asked is... What Caribbean island should … [Read more...]
Settle back in that hammock and refresh your rum drink, it's time for another installment of our Caribbean Beach Bars series. Today we wash up on the shores of French St. Martin. Located on beautiful Friar’s Bay, Kali's Beach Bar & Restaurant is a gathering spot for locals and tourists looking to lime away they day the Caribbean way. The bar and restaurant are open every day and serve … [Read more...]
Caribbean sunset photos are no stranger to this website. There's just something about them that touches the sensitive side of me. Erin would argue that that part doesn't even exist in me, but it does, it just picks certain times to reveal itself. As I was picking out the sunset photos to include in this post a fitting song started playing on No Shoes Radio, Soulshine by Gov't Mule. How perfect … [Read more...]
Over the years, Sunset Beach Bar has established itself as the island’s single most exciting entertainment spot. It offers a casual and relaxed family fun atmosphere by day, with live acoustic music by St. Maarten’s most talented artists. Their surfside BBQ turns out delicious favorites such as Black Angus burgers, steaks and shrimps, together with mouthwatering hand-cut tuna, salmon and other … [Read more...]
St Maarten has a rather laid back mindset towards beach nudity and is one of the major Caribbean locations for naturists because of Club Orient on Orient Beach. Topless tanning is the norm on all the beaches on the French side, as in Europe. In terms of complete nudity, the only recognized nude beach is the Club Orient area of Orient Bat. Consequently that is where you come across the … [Read more...]
Last week I told you about my new love affair with the show, Three Sheets. Comedian Zane Lamprey sloshes around the globe trying different cocktails, whats not to like right? I was educated by reader that Zane has done a bit of island hopping in the Caribbean. I quickly ran to the fridge, grabbed a beer and loaded up the next episode, St. Martin/St. Maarten. Who else is loves this show? I have … [Read more...]
The Pelican Resort is located on St. Maarten, the smallest island in the world to be shared by two nations: The Netherlands (St. Maarten) and France (Saint Martin). You do not need a passport to cross the border between the territories and when you do decide to go exploring, you'll find that each one has its own charm. In fact St. Maarten/Saint Martin is a melting pot of French, Dutch and … [Read more...]
Stretching for two miles in front of the Dutch side capital, Philipsburg, a myriad of cruise ships sail into her harbor daily. The thousands of cruise ship visitors that line Great Beach every day can keep an eye on their floating hotel and shopping in Philipsburg is always close at hand. Great Bay Webcam From the Villas on Great Bay Philipsburg, St. Maarten (30 Second Refresh) Have you … [Read more...]
Let's move away from the British Virgin Islands and head east down the Leeward chain to St. Maarten/St. Martin. I've never been to this tropical paradise but I hear people rave about it all the time. Here is a some background information on this island with dual personalities. Written by Sherry Laskin, she takes you on a journey through the island of today and it's colorful past. St Maarten, St … [Read more...]
Why I Write Close your eyes and remove yourself from the everyday. Picture your toes sinking into the sand as the waves kiss your ankles. It's a serene feeling that everyone should experience. I live a little bit of that life, living on the coast of southwest Florida and escaping to Caribbean to find adventure and inspiration whenever possible. If you have a love of the Caribbean and the island lifestyle then you have come to the right place. It's my passion to share the beauty of the island with … Read More
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